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- Understanding Drug Court in New Jersey
Nov 5, 2019
Overview: Drug Possession, Consequences and Court Have you ever heard of drug use or drug possession getting described as a victimless crime? Can you imagine a courtroom handing out the same jail sentence to someone who violently attacked another person and an offender who was carrying around some pot? The circumstances surrounding drug abuse are often complex, yet our criminal justice system is designed to be punitive. In response, several states have adopted the us...Read More - Can I Get My DUI Expunged in NJ?
Oct 31, 2019
You know the social stigma associated with a DUI/DWI conviction. If you’ve been charged, then you know the sting first-hand. The consequences of driving while under the influence are steep in our state, and the conviction has a way of following you wherever you go. Even worse, if you’re convicted again within a specific time period, then your penalties will be even more severe. Learn everything you need to know about life after a DU...Read More - Getting a Crime Expunged in NJ
Oct 10, 2019
Expungements Overview Do you remember when we were children and our parents told us that we all have permanent records that would follow us around forever? When you do grow up and you have a criminal past, it can feel a lot like that. A record often leads to difficulty getting a job, obtaining a loan or even maintaining good relationships. If you’re feeling the pressure, then you may benefit from learning about our state’...Read More - If I Was Drunk, Can I Be Charged for Sexual Assault?
Sep 23, 2019
Sexual Assault Overview A criminal or civil charge of Intoxication of the Victim and the Accused In cases where both the accused and the victim were severely intoxicated, it can be difficult to prosecute or defend against a civil or criminal claim of sexual assault. If the accused was highly intoxicated, he or she may not remember the incident and therefore may be unable to assist in his or her defense. Similarly, if th...Read More - Explaining the Difference Between Indictable Crimes and Disorderly Persons Offenses in New Jersey
Sep 6, 2019
Criminal Defense Overview Under New Jersey law, violations of the state’s criminal code fall into different categories of severity. The more serious category of criminal code violations are indictable criminal offenses, while the less serious category are the disorderly persons offense/petty disorderly persons offense. Which category a criminal code violation falls into depends on the type and severity of the violation and the circumstances of the act. What Are Disorderly Persons Offenses Disorderly persons offense...Read More - Atlantic City Woman Charged in Drug-Induced Death of Ventnor Man
Aug 22, 2019
Rajeri Curry, 30, of Atlantic City, New Jersey was charged by federal officials on Thursday, March 14, 2019 for distributing heroin and fentanyl that resulted in the death of Jeffrey Giannini of Ventnor. Giannini, 30, was found dead in his car at a McDonald’s restaurant. Mr. Giannini’s autopsy showed that the cause of death was the “combined adverse effects of heroin and fentanyl.” The recent charge, delivered by U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito, was for possession wit...Read More - Man Gets Fifteen Years in Prison for Shooting Camden Officer
Aug 15, 2019
Lindenwold Resident Sentenced to Prison Delronn Mahan, age 21, of Lindenwold, New Jersey was sentenced Friday, March 22, 2019 to a total of fifteen years in prison for shooting a police officer in November 2017. Mahan had been previously sentenced to eight years in prison related to this incident for the possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. An additional seven years was added to his sentence for aggravated assault. Mahan shot Officer Patric...Read More - Another Massage Therapist Arrested for Sexually Assaulting a Client
Aug 7, 2019
New Jersey Sexual Assault Over the past several months, New Jersey has initiated a coordinated campaign against professional massage therapists who are suspected of sexually assaulting their clients. Since the beginning of the year, at least five massage therapists have lost their licenses and faced criminal charges. What exactly are the consequences of getting charged with 28-Year-Old Massage Therapist Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Customer On August 2nd, New Jersey police apprehended another massage therapis...Read More - Possession of a Prohibited Weapon in New Jersey
Aug 2, 2019
The right to bear arms is a constitutional right, however, all states do limit someone’s ability to carry and/or possession of firearms in certain places. Anyone who possesses a weapon that is prohibited by state and/or federal law can be charged with possession of a prohibited weapon. With the help of a criminal defense lawyer from The Law Office of Jill R. Cohen, you can ensure that your legal rights are protected every step o...Read More - New Jersey Man Sentenced For Death And Robbery In Drug Deal Gone Wrong
Jul 9, 2019
A resident of Orange Township was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the killing and robbery of a man they were meant to purchase marijuana from. Joseph Villani and his girlfriend Raquel Garajau made a plan to rip off dealer Trupal Patel on February 6, 2017, when Patel came to Villani’s home to sell them the marijuana. It was then that Villani shot and killed the man, stole the drugs and his possessions, an...Read More
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